ABOUT US
Our Vision
Be the global leader in innovative defense technologies, recognized for engineering excellence, while being a dependable partner to our customers.
Our Mission
Our mission is to pioneer technological advancements, inspire others by creating innovative solutions and deliver the winning edge to our customers by engineering high-quality, top tier American products.
Who We Are
Stenzel Industries is an innovation driven defense company with an initial focus on non-standard small arms development, specifically the AK-47.
We push boundaries, redefining industry standards through design and engineering. We transform challenges into opportunities for advancement. Our success is built on problem-solving, passion for excellence, and commitment to innovation.
Stenzel Industries’ goal is to expand across markets, introducing progressive product developments that challenge the status quo. We strive to lead transformative change in firearm and defense technologies by developing high-quality, American made products that defy conventional ideas and redefine performance standards.
NO MORE STATUS QUO
Breaking Boundaries,
Redefining Firearms.
“Innovation Drives Progress.”
NO OUTSOURCING
100% American Made.
Built With Integrity.
NO CUTTING CORNERS
Precision and Quality.
“Using the latest CNC
technology ensuring
consistency and accuracy”
On deployment in Afghanistan
Joe Stenzel
Owner, Founder & Chief Engineer
Joe served in 2nd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, conducting tactical operations and managing team performance in high-stress environments. During his military service, he was exposed to many firearms, further sparking his creative drive. After his military service, Joe pursued his lifelong passion of developing and designing firearms.
Recognizing a niche market, Joe, alongside his wife Stephanie, founded Stenzel Industries to introduce the patented SAK-21 to the firearms industry. As the sole innovator and engineer, Joe’s deep technical knowledge continues to drive ambitious developments in high-quality, American-made firearms to non-standard eastern style weapons.
